SSC Stenographer Age Calculator (2026)

Stenographer Grade C and Grade D Examination • Conducted by Staff Selection Commission

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Enter your details to calculate exact age for SSC Stenographer.

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Enter your date of birth and category to see if you are eligible for this exam.

Category-wise Age Limits Table

Official age boundaries and relaxation rules for SSC Stenographer.

CategoryMin AgeMax Age
General / UR18 Yrs30 Yrs
OBC (NCL)18 Yrs33 Yrs
SC / ST18 Yrs35 Yrs
Ex-Servicemen18 Yrs35 Yrs
PwD18 Yrs40 Yrs

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Class 12 (Intermediate) or equivalent from a recognised board. No degree required.

Category-wise Age Relaxation

CategoryRelaxationMax AgeAttempts
General / UR30 YrsUnlimited
OBC (NCL)+3 Years33 YrsUnlimited
SC / ST+5 Years35 YrsUnlimited
Ex-ServicemenActual service + 3 Yrs35 YrsUnlimited
PwD+10 Years40 YrsUnlimited

General / UR: Grade C: up to 30 years; Grade D: up to 30 years.

Special / Additional Relaxations

  • Central Government employees with at least 3 years of regular continuous service: 5 years relaxation.
  • Candidates domiciled in J&K from Jan 1, 1980 to Dec 31, 1989: 5 years relaxation.

Important Notes

  • A skill test (stenography speed test) is part of the selection for both Grade C (100 WPM) and Grade D (80 WPM) posts.
  • Age is reckoned as of August 1st of the exam year for SSC Stenographer.
  • No fixed attempt limit — you may apply every year until you exceed the age limit.

Eligibility data above is based on standard official rules. Rules can change — always verify the latest official Staff Selection Commission notification before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common queries regarding SSC Stenographer age limits, cutoff date, and attempts.

The standard age band used in this calculator is 18 to 30 years for General category, with additional relaxation for reserved categories.
Some SSC recruitments have post-wise age variation. Use this calculator for the mainstream bracket and verify the exact post you plan to apply for in the official notice.
OBC candidates generally get 3 years relaxation, SC/ST candidates get 5 years, Ex-Servicemen get service-related relaxation, and PwD candidates get additional upper-age relaxation subject to eligibility.
SSC exams generally do not have a fixed attempt cap. You can usually apply every year as long as you remain within the prescribed age and education criteria.
Always verify the official notification for post-wise age criteria, educational qualifications, physical standards where relevant, and the exact date on which age is reckoned.
It is a fast screening tool, but your final eligibility depends on the latest SSC notification and the specific post or cadre you choose.